An unexpected move that has captivated the cryptocurrency sector and beyond, the US government delivered around $2 billion worth of Bitcoin to an unnamed recipient. Much speculation has arisen as a result of this massive transaction regarding the motivations behind the transfer and any potential political implications. The Evolution Of...

Market Jitters: $2 Billion Bitcoin Transfer By US Gov’t Raises Eyebrows

San Francisco-based company Ripple has announced the introduction of US Treasury bills on the XRP Ledger via tokenization platform OpenEden. Treasury bills are short-term debt obligations backed by the U.S. government. More than $1 billion worth of U.S. treasury notes have already been tokenized on public blockchains of the likes of Polygon, Ethereum, and Stellar.

US T-Bills Coming to XRP Ledger

Genesis has finalized its restructuring process and started distributing roughly $4 billion in digital assets and US dollars to creditors, according to an Aug. 2 statement. The company revealed that creditors will recover an average of 64% of their crypto claims, depending on the coins. Bitcoin holders will regain 51.28%...

Genesis begins distributing $4 billion in assets to creditors, creates legal fund to sue DCG, others

RippleX, the developer arm of Ripple, is partnering with OpenEden Labs to introduce tokenized US Treasury bills (T-bills) to the XRP Ledger (XRPL), according to an official press release from August 1. OpenEden Labs is a tokenization platform and announced the launch of its TBILL tokens, which are backed by short-dated US T-bills and reverse repurchase agreements collateralized by US Treasuries.

Ripple Invests In Tokenized US Treasury Bills On XRP Ledger

Legislation on how to finance a U.S. Bitcoin reserve is being debated. Plan includes a 1-million BTC purchase to hold 5% of total Bitcoin supply, mimicking gold reserves. Senator Lummis aims to affirm self-custody rights and diversify Fed assets, supporting private Bitcoin holders. United States’ strategic Bitcoin (BTC) reserve would...

US strategic Bitcoin reserve to be financed by revaluing Fed’s gold

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Both Bitcoin and Ethereum hiked by over 3% in the last trading session. Compared to ETH, BTC seemed overvalued at press time. Bitcoin and Ethereum have long been two of the market’s biggest cryptos. However, tribalism within the community has often placed them at opposite ends of any spectrum, which is why comparisons are common.

Bitcoin vs Ethereum – Every $1 invested in either of these cryptos will…

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Republican Donald Trump has a 7-point lead over Democrat Kamala Harris among Florida voters, 49% to 42%, according to a new poll from the University of North Florida. Four percent are backing another candidate, and 6% are undecided or didn’t answer.

New Florida poll: Trump leads; support strong for abortion and recreational weed

XRP whales are moving coins as the community eagerly awaits the court’s decision on the case filed by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) against Ripple. According to Whale Alert, wallets holdings a significant amount of XRP have been moving their holdings, with the trend showing a possible increase in trading activity in the coming days.

XRP Whales On A Rampage Ahead of Impending Ripple vs. SEC Final Judgment

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In North Carolina, the divorce process can be challenging, particularly due to the mandatory one-year separation requirement. This law mandates that couples must live separately for at least a year before filing for divorce, a rule that can be frustrating for many.

You might be granted a divorce in North Carolina if your spouse is ‘incurably insane.’ Here’s how

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Record-Breaking 50 Trillion Shiba Inu (SHIB) in 24 Hours: What Just Happened?

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CALIFORNIA – Plaintiffs, in a case against Wells Fargo alleging that the bank knowingly took part in a marketing scam, asked the court, July 8, not to grant a motion for summary judgment.

Class action lawsuit says Wells Fargo customers lost over $160 Million

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

A new token priced at only $0.005 has quickly attracted the attention of big investors. In just 72 hours since its launch, the token has raised a remarkable $150,000, showing strong interest from both prominent investors and crypto enthusiasts. This fast influx of funds highlights the token’s potential and growing popularity. As the presale continues, it’s becoming a key opportunity for those looking to invest early and benefit from significant future growth.

Newly Launched Crypto Priced At Just $0.005 Attracts Whales Investments, Raises $150,000 In Just 72 hours

XRP: Six-Year Triangle Breakout Signals Massive Upside for XRP

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This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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Conservatives have done the United States a huge favor by explaining in detail what they’ll try to do if Donald Trump is reelected. Project 2025 , a “presidential transition project” of the Heritage Foundation, helpfully lays out how a group of former Trump officials would like to transform the country into a right-wing dystopia where the rich thrive and the rest of us die aspiring to be rich.

Project 2025’s Plan to Gut Medicare and Medicaid

As the legal battle between Ripple and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) drags on, skepticism among XRP holders has intensified. Many are growing increasingly disillusioned, pointing out that despite Ripple’s notable court victories and ecosystem advancements over the past year, XRP’s price has remained largely stagnant. Notably, the coin’s price has continued to trade thinly inside a 7-year-long consolidation pattern, raising concerns about whether a potential settlement will significantly impact the cryptocurrency’s value.

Ripple Lawsuit: Will A SEC Settlement Finally Boost XRP Price to Explosive All-Time Highs?

Amidst the latest crypto recovery, one analyst has stated that the total market capitalization has completed its short-term correction and will restart its bull run soon. Michael van de Poppe, the analyst in question, believes that the next long-term target for the crypto market capitalization is $4 trillion. Currently, the market is worth just above $2.3 trillion.

Bitcoin, Ether, XRP, Solana, Cardano, Shiba Inu Braced For Explosive $4 Trillion Storm

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Ripple to Allocate $10M to Tokenized U.S. Treasury Bills on XRP Ledger

Ripple will allocate $10 million in tokenized U.S. Treasury bills on the XRP Ledger, marking the first issuance of such tokens on the platform. The initiative...

Ripple to Allocate $10M to Tokenized U.S. Treasury Bills on XRP Ledger

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